Which place is cheaper, Ocho Rios or Alexandria?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Alexandria or Ocho Rios?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Alexandria and Ocho Rios can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Alexandria or Ocho Rios?
Alexandria
There are few cities in the world with a history as rich, deep, tragic and fascinating than Alexandria, Egypt. Founded by Alexander the Great in 331 BC, Egypt's second largest city has seen the most extreme ups and extreme downs. The city watched the beautiful and iconic Alexandria Lighthouse crumble to the ground after several natural disasters. The Alexandria Library housed their most sacred and historical documents only to be burned to the ground. These structures may be physically gone, but the history remains. Alexandria is a city with an ancient allure that draws in visitors from all over the world. Alexandria is a survivor city ready for a comeback.
Ocho Rios
Ocho Rios, or "Ochi" is a town located on the northeastern shore of Jamaica and is a popular hub for cruise ships. It is a great destination for tourists as it has many resorts and beautiful beaches.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Egypt, and The Best Budget Tours to Egypt.
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Alexandria Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAlexandria $29Ocho Rios $85
The average daily cost (per person) in Alexandria is $29, while the average daily cost in Ocho Rios is $85. These costs include accommodation (assuming double occupancy, so the traveler is sharing the room), food, transportation, and entertainment. While every person is different, these costs are an average of past travelers in each destination. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Alexandria and Ocho Rios in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAlexandria $11Ocho Rios $51
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAlexandria $22Ocho Rios $102
Compare Hotels in Alexandria and Ocho Rios
Looking for a hotel in Alexandria or Ocho Rios? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options and compare which is best for your budget and travel style.
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Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Alexandria Hotel Prices and Ocho Rios Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Alexandria $3.92Ocho Rios $7.32
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Alexandria
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Alexandria:
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Taxi to Train Station$0.08
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Alexandria
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Alexandria:
- Private Transfer from Alexandria Cruise Port to Cairo City Hotels: $230
- Private Transfer from Alexandria Port to Cairo Int Airport (CAI): $230
- Private Transfer from Alexandria to Cairo or vice versa: $160
- Private Transfer from Alexandria to El Cairo: $102
- From Private One-Way Transfer to Cairo: $94
- Private Pickup Transfer From A Hotel In Alexandria To Borg Al Arab Airport: $50
- Pickup Transfers From Alexandria Borg Al Arab Airport To Alexandria Hotel: $50
- transfer from Alexandria to Cairo airport, Cairo & Giza hotels: $45
- Private Transfer from Alexandria Port to Alexandria City Hotels: $43
- Private Transfer from Alexandria Airport (HBE) to Alexandria Port: $43
- Private Transfer from Alexandria Airport to Alexandria Hotels: $40
- Alexandria to Alexandria Airport (HBE)-Departure Private Transfer: $36
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ocho Rios
Also for Ocho Rios, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Ocho Rios Private Airport Transfer [VIP LUXURY Vehicles]: $158
- Private Airport Transfer to Bahia Principe Grand Hotel : $100
- A "Private" Airport Transfer to any Resort in Ocho Rios: $90
- ATV Tour Ocho Rios - Private Transfer Only (Activity Fee Excluded): $27
- Airport Transfer - From MBJ to Ocho Rios Hotels: $80
- Airport Transfer To Kingston, Ocho Rios, Montego Bay & Negril: $140
- Bahia Principe Grand Jamaica Private Airport transfer : $61
- Bahia Principe Grand and Luxury Airport Transfer: $80
- Bob Marley & Nine Mile Heritage Tour with Bus Transfer/Ocho Rios: $117
- Dunn's River Falls And Shopping Tour From Ocho Rios-Transfer Only: $67
- Grand Bahia Jamaica Airport Transfers Montego Bay MBJ (Private Rountrip): $300
- Grand Bahia Principe Hotel Airport Transfer: $53
Is it cheaper to fly into Alexandria or Ocho Rios?
Prices for flights to both Ocho Rios and Alexandria change regularly based on dates and travel demand. We suggest you find the best prices for your next trip on Kayak, because you can compare the cost of flights across multiple airlines for your prefered dates.
Food
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Food Meals for one dayAlexandria $15Ocho Rios $28
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Alexandria
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Alexandria.
- Private Full-Day Food Tour of Alexandria with Hotel Pick Up: $33
- Alexandria Food Tour Top Rated: $40
- Food Tour in Alexandria for Lunch or Dinner in The Best Restaurants: $45
- Private Food Tour To The Famous Restaurant In Alexandria : $45
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ocho Rios
For Ocho Rios, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Flavors of Jamaica Food Tour from Ocho Rios: $128
- Taste of Jamaica Food Tour from Ocho Rios: $150
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Alexandria $5.47Ocho Rios $15
Tours and Activities in Alexandria
Here are a few actual costs in Alexandria for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Private Cairo Tour of Pyramids, GEM and Khan Al-Khalili: $290
- 10-Hour Historical Pyramids Tour from Alexandria Port: $130
- 2 Days-Alexandria & Pyramids Tour + Museum (Start Cairo Or Alex): $125
- 8Days Egypt Tour package UltraLuxury Cairo,Alexandria&cruise: $4,190
- ALL inclusive Tour to Giza Pyramids Sakkara from Alexandria Port: $175
- Alamein and Alexandria Private Day Tour with Lunch: $200
- Alexandria : Rosetta Day Tour from Alexandria: $130
- Alexandria : Tour to WadiElNatroun Monastery from Alexandria: $150
- Alexandria By Night By Horse Carriage ride And Free Walking Tour: $71
- Alexandria City Tour from Cairo Full Day: $121
- Alexandria Day Tour: $105
- Alexandria Day Tour Visit the Tob attractions of Alexandria City: $40
Typical Entertainment Prices in Ocho Rios
For Ocho Rios, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Tour of Brimmer Hall Estate$11
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Admission to Coyaba Gardens$5.27
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Tour of Prospect Plantation$17
Tours and Activities in Ocho Rios
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Ocho Rios.
- Ocho Rios Shopping Tour : $21
- Original Blue Hole St. Ann Ocho Rios Jamaica Admission Fee Ticket: $25
- Private Dunn's River Falls, Ocho Rios Sightseeing and shopping : $30
- Luminous Lagoon Boat Tour from Ocho Rios: $40
- Ocho Rios City Bus Tour (Beach, Sightseeing & Shopping): $40
- Blue Hole and Dunn's River Tour (Entrance Fees Not Included): $40
- Skip-The-Line: Dunn's River Falls Adventure Tour from Ocho Rios: $40
- Transportation to Horse Back Ride & Swim Adventure from Ocho Rios: $45
- Luminous lagoon Private & Group tour from Runaway Bay: $45
- Ocho Rios City Tour and Sightseeing: $49
- Shopping and Sightseeing Tour in Ocho Rios: $50
- Dunn's River Falls and Ocho Rios Sightseeing with Shopping: $50
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAlexandria $1.48Ocho Rios $7.43
Sample the Local Flavors in Ocho Rios
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Ocho Rios:
- Bar Hopping, Pub Crawl, Shopping and Sightseeing Tour Ocho Rios: $113
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Alexandria and Ocho Rios, we can see that Ocho Rios is more expensive. And not only is Alexandria much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Alexandria is in Africa and Ocho Rios is in Caribbean Islands, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Alexandria would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Alexandria and be able to afford a more luxurious travel style by staying in nicer hotels, eating at more expensive restaurants, taking tours, and experiencing more activities. The same level of travel in Ocho Rios would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Ocho Rios than you might in Alexandria.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Alexandria Expensive? and Is Ocho Rios Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Alexandria or Ocho Rios?
Alexandria has a larger population, and is about 400 times larger than the population of Ocho Rios. When comparing the sizes of Alexandria and Ocho Rios, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.
When is the best time to visit Alexandria or Ocho Rios?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season. Although in the rainy season, it doesn't necessarily rain every day.
Should I visit Alexandria or Ocho Rios in the Summer?
Both Ocho Rios and Alexandria during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Alexandria because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Ocho Rios year-round.
Alexandria usually gets less rain in July than Ocho Rios. Alexandria gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Ocho Rios receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
Alexandria is around the same temperature as Ocho Rios in the summer. The daily temperature in Alexandria averages around 26°C (79°F) in July, and Ocho Rios fluctuates around 29°C (83°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAlexandria 26°C (79°F)Ocho Rios 29°C (83°F)
Should I visit Alexandria or Ocho Rios in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Alexandria and Ocho Rios. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Alexandria year-round. Ocho Rios attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Ocho Rios receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Alexandria usually receives less rain than Ocho Rios. Alexandria gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Ocho Rios receives 167 mm (6.6 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
In the autumn, Alexandria is cooler than Ocho Rios. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Alexandria in October average around 22°C (72°F), and Ocho Rios averages at about 28°C (82°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAlexandria 22°C (72°F)Ocho Rios 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Alexandria or Ocho Rios in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Alexandria as well as Ocho Rios. Alexandria attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Ocho Rios throughout the year.
Alexandria usually gets more rain in January than Ocho Rios. Alexandria gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Ocho Rios receives 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
In January, Alexandria is generally much colder than Ocho Rios. Daily temperatures in Alexandria average around 13°C (55°F), and Ocho Rios fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAlexandria 13°C (55°F)Ocho Rios 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Alexandria or Ocho Rios in the Spring?
Both Ocho Rios and Alexandria are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Alexandria throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Ocho Rios because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In April, Alexandria usually receives less rain than Ocho Rios. Alexandria gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Ocho Rios receives 27 mm (1.1 in) of rain each month for the spring.
Alexandria is cooler than Ocho Rios in the spring. The daily temperature in Alexandria averages around 19°C (66°F) in April, and Ocho Rios fluctuates around 26°C (80°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAlexandria 19°C (66°F)Ocho Rios 26°C (80°F)
Typical Weather for Ocho Rios and Alexandria
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 13°C (55°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) |
| Mar | 16°C (61°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| Apr | 19°C (66°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| May | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Jun | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) |
| Jul | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) |
| Oct | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 167 mm (6.6 in) |
| Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Dec | 14°C (57°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
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